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University of Vigo

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Overview

Universidade de Vigo (University of Vigo) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Vigo, Galicia, Spain. This institution also has a branch campus in Pontevedra and Ourense. Founded in 1989, Universidade de Vigo (UVigo) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerio de Universidades, España. UVigo provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 37-year-old Spanish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 70-79%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. UVigo also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

University of Vigo's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Vigo's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Vigo' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Vigo's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) University of Vigo
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UVigo
Founded 1989
Motto Innovadora, pública, de calidade
Colours
Mascot Oli

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Location

Address Edificio Filomena Dato, Oficina 46, Campus Universitario Vigo
Vigo
36310 Galicia
Spain
University of Vigo's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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University of Vigo Phone Number 986 812 000
University of Vigo Fax Number 986 812 010
Other locations Pontevedra and Ourense

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University of Vigo's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Vigo is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerio de Universidades, España

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

16/08/1989


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Vigo's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación (ANECA)
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize University of Vigo as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

University of Vigo Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of University of Vigo is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Vigo's academic range and degree level offering.



Universidade de Vigo: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

University of Vigo Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

University of Vigo Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of University of Vigo categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at University of Vigo.



University of Vigo: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact University of Vigo Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official University of Vigo website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

University of Vigo Admission Info


University of Vigo's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

University of Vigo is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


University of Vigo's Admission Selection Admission Selection

University of Vigo has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Vigo's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


University of Vigo's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
University of Vigo has more than 1000 international students.


University of Vigo's Admission Office Admission Office

Facultade de Dereito, 3º piso. Campus Universitario Sur
Santiago de Compostela 15782
881 813 452


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Vigo's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

University of Vigo Size and Profile


University of Vigo's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Vigo has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


University of Vigo's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

University of Vigo's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


University of Vigo's Control Type Control Type

University of Vigo is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


University of Vigo's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Vigo is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


University of Vigo's Campus Setting Campus Setting

University of Vigo's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


University of Vigo's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

University of Vigo adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.


University of Vigo's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


University of Vigo is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

University of Vigo Facilities


University of Vigo's Library University Library

Yes Visit University of Vigo's Library


University of Vigo's Housing University Housing

Yes


University of Vigo's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


University of Vigo's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

University of Vigo Services


University of Vigo's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


University of Vigo's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


University of Vigo's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

University of Vigo's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


University of Vigo's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

University of Vigo Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Universidade de Vigo consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Philology and Translation
  • Faculty of History
  • Faculty of Fine Arts
  • Faculty of Physiotherapy
  • Faculty of Biology
  • Faculty of Marine Sciences
  • Faculty of Chemistry
  • Faculty of Science
  • Engineering School of Telecommunications
  • Industrial Engineering School
  • Engineering School of Mining and Energy
  • Computer Engineering School
  • Engineering School of Forestry
  • Engineering School of Aeronautics and Space
  • University School of Business Studies
  • Faculty of Economic and Business Sciences
  • Faculty of Legal and Labour Sciences
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Education Sciences
  • Faculty of Social Sciences and Communications
  • Faculty of Business Sciencies and Tourism
  • Faculty of Education Sciences and Sports
  • University School of Nursing
  • University Centre of the Defence Forces
  • University School of Primary Education
  • Intercontinental Higher Education Business Institute

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Memberships and Affiliations

University of Vigo Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Universidade de Vigo's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • International Student Exchange Program (ISEP)
  • Compostela Group of Universities (CGU)
  • Asociación Universitaria Iberoamericana de Postgrado (AUIP)
  • Leonardo Network for Academic Mobility (LeoNet)
  • Ibero American Science and Technology Education Consortium (ISTEC)
  • International Campus of Excellence Campus do Mar


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Social Media

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is University of Vigo public or private?

University of Vigo is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is University of Vigo profit or non-profit?

University of Vigo is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of University of Vigo in terms of enrollment?

University of Vigo has a student enrollment ranging from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of University of Vigo in terms of academic staff?

University of Vigo's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is University of Vigo a coeducational institution?

University of Vigo is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does University of Vigo use?

University of Vigo adopts a continuous academic calendar, an educational scheduling system where the academic year is organized without long breaks or traditional summer vacations.

What religion is University of Vigo affiliated with?

None.

Does University of Vigo admit international students?

Yes. University of Vigo has more than 1000 international students.

What is University of Vigo's acceptance rate and admission policy?

University of Vigo's acceptance rate ranges from 70 to 79%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations for prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend University of Vigo UVigo?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is University of Vigo UVigo located?

University of Vigo is located in Vigo, Galicia, Spain. Address: Edificio Filomena Dato, Oficina 46, Campus Universitario Vigo.

Is University of Vigo UVigo accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, University of Vigo is accredited by Ministerio de Universidades, España (since 16/08/1989).

Does University of Vigo offer financial aid?

Yes

Does University of Vigo offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does University of Vigo have a university library?

Yes

Does University of Vigo provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does University of Vigo have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does University of Vigo offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does University of Vigo offer career services?

Yes

Does University of Vigo offer distance learning?

Yes

Does University of Vigo have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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